About RIHousing LeadSafe Homes Program
We work in partnership with the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) to help property owners across the state address lead paint and other health hazards in their homes.
An estimated 70% of the state’s housing stock was built prior to 1978, when lead was eliminated from paint. Lead exposure can cause lifelong health issues and can be harmful to young children and pregnant women.
Informational Webinar for Contractors
On September 29th, 2020, RIHousing’s LeadSafe Homes Program hosted an informational session for contractors via webinar.
Missed the webinar? Click here to watch the recorded session.
Sign up today to learn more about the program and stay updated for future events!
COVID-19 Protocols and Precautions
- Affidavit signed by contractors, inspectors and owners
- COVID-19 Risk Assessment
- RIHousing protocols
Typical Scopes of Work
- new windows and doors
- Interior and exterior painting
- soil remediation
- general carpentry repairs
- vinyl siding – owners pay the difference between the cost to paint and to vinyl side for this upgrade
- Healthy Homes updates
Most jobs last 7 days
– will likely take longer with COVID-19 precautions
Work with us today.
- Successfully complete the 40 Hour Lead Certification Training (currently on hold)
- Onboarding class so contractors are well prepared and equipped to successfully handle the jobs.
(Coordinated with RI Analytical and OSHA)
Lead Remediation Process – Contractors
Property owners apply for assistance.
- A certified lead inspector identify hazards and RIHousing determines the scope of work.
- RIHousing assesses necessary lead work, files documents, schedules inspections, etc.
WE DO THE WORK FOR YOU!
- Write the project specifications and work plans
- Manage the loan
- Process the payment
- Coordinate scheduling with property owners and tenants
- Help the owner understand lead remediation process
Scope of work assigned to contractor based on rotating basis per round robin protocol OR posted for bidding, and assigned to lowest bidder.
- Work dates established and the work proceeds
- After work, project must pass clearance inspection
1. APPLICATION
Property owners apply for assistance.
2. INSPECTION / ASSESSMENT
- A certified lead inspector identify hazards and RIHousing determines the scope of work.
- RIHousing assesses necessary lead work, files documents, schedules inspections, etc.
WE DO THE WORK FOR YOU!
- Write the project specifications and work plans
- Manage the loan
- Process the payment
- Coordinate scheduling with property owners and tenants
- Help the owner understand lead remediation process
3. WORK ASSIGNMENT
Scope of work assigned to contractor based on rotating basis per round robin protocol OR posted for bidding, and assigned to lowest bidder.
4. LEAD REMEDIATION
- Work dates established and the work proceeds
- After work, project must pass clearance inspection
We are actively seeking licensed and insured contractors to work with RIHousing’s LeadSafe Homes program.
